WLP GRADIENT SEQUENTIAL VERSION/WLP PROLITE/WLP WLP-II LITE
K961797 · Wright Linear Pump, Inc. · JOW · Nov 6, 1996 · Cardiovascular
Device Facts
Record ID
K961797
Device Name
WLP GRADIENT SEQUENTIAL VERSION/WLP PROLITE/WLP WLP-II LITE
Applicant
Wright Linear Pump, Inc.
Product Code
JOW · Cardiovascular
Decision Date
Nov 6, 1996
Decision
SESE
Submission Type
Traditional
Regulation
21 CFR 870.5800
Device Class
Class 2
Attributes
Therapeutic
Intended Use
The proposed device is to be used to improve the return circulation of body fluid that has pooled in one or more of a patient's extremities. This treatment reduces debilitating pain, swelling, ulceration, and risk of dermatological impact, infection, and amputation. Compression pumps of various kinds are in wide use in hospitals, clinics, patient homes, and elsewhere for treating acute and chronic fluid accumulation disorders. Complies with physician-prescribed treatment pressures.
Device Story
Electromechanical pneumatic device; uses compressor, precision timers, regulators, and gages to sequentially inflate sleeve appliance on patient extremity. Delivers calibrated gradient pressure to improve fluid return. Used in hospitals, clinics, and homes; operated by clinicians or patients. Provides physician-prescribed pressure therapy to reduce edema, pain, and ulceration risk. Benefits include improved circulation and reduced risk of dermatological complications or amputation.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data. Bench testing only: prototype cell pressures verified against calibrated Hg manometer; pressures reach settings within ±5mm Hg of panel gauge; sequential timing verified with 10-second intervals between cell activations; proximal cell pressure sustained.
Technological Characteristics
Electromechanical pneumatic sequential gradient compression pump. Dimensions: 10"W x 6.75"H x 5.6"D; weight < 15 lbs. Features adjustable individual cell pressures and dwell times. Factory-preset maximum pressure < 101 mm Hg. System includes pump and sleeve appliance.
Indications for Use
Indicated for patients with acute or chronic fluid accumulation disorders in extremities requiring improved return circulation to reduce pain, swelling, ulceration, and risks of infection or amputation.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A compressible limb sleeve is a device that is used to prevent pooling of blood in a limb by inflating periodically a sleeve around the limb.